How dkinger started their logo design journey

Summary

Looking for modern yet timeless logo and website header (multi-purpose i.e. also for Newsletter banner) to work with as my brand - which is my name. I am looking to take business to the next level and require a well designed BRAND to take with me. I am young yet represent classic service with contemporary style and timeless results. I am looking for someone to bring this out in a Non cheesy design! **Added Note: Idea in the business is the image, or appearance - Success.

Company name

What inspires you and how do you envision the design for your business?

Eventually looking for complete branding overhaul - however, to start, the main objective is to have a logo & banner for CSS website (or newsletter/letterhead would be great if easier) that can then (future endeavor = opportunity for more $$) be implemented into other stationary and advertising, possibly full website overhaul and full newsletter template (online and print).

I am looking to press on in business development and wish to do so with a strong brand/design. Would like a FRESH yet timeless look to grow with. I am 1 year into the business and work for a well known big name brokerage, but want to stand behind my own brand within that. I aim to stand out amongst the red ocean of competition. I require a 'blue ocean' design! A brand of Success! Thanks to all.

Wants

- Oranges, blues, yellows, greys, whites...- I am open so long as it has a fresh feel while maintaining a level of class. (we deal with young tech savvy people through to retirees)
- Current tag line is: Classic Service, Timeless Results (not set in stone)
- Modern, FRESH, Clean,
- Nothing Cheesy Please
- You Rock!

Don't want

- Again, nothing Cheesy please
- Not huge into the House or key image, but if you can make it work then open to view - I am a REALTOR after all.